http://www.instructables.com Tue, 18 Jun 2013 17:32:26 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Bike-Kayak-Trailer/
Bike Kayak Trailer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXB/GP4I/HH2VN5AJ/FXBGP4IHH2VN5AJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXB/GP4I/HH2VN5AJ/FXBGP4IHH2VN5AJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXB/GP4I/HH2VN5AJ/FXBGP4IHH2VN5AJ.SMALL.jpg a.doovz I built this kayak hauler for a friend. I spent a good bit of time thinking about the hitch.  My favorite part is using a short piece of automotive heater hose to wrap around the bike seat post.  It flexes a little, absorbs small shocks, and attaches and removes quickly with no tools.  I like it. ...
By: a.doovz

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 27 May 2013 08:16:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Art-Deco-Eagle-Wings-for-Captain-America-Helmet/
Art Deco Eagle Wings for Captain America Helmet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC0/CXFU/HH2VKZOD/FC0CXFUHH2VKZOD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC0/CXFU/HH2VKZOD/FC0CXFUHH2VKZOD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC0/CXFU/HH2VKZOD/FC0CXFUHH2VKZOD.SMALL.jpg troopersmachine I share a love of bike riding and of Captain America with my son.  His bike helmet was stolen from his school storage bin a while back and the school Principal was kind enough to give him a new blue bike helmet.  I was not thrilled to hear that his helmet had been stolen while he was in school, afte...
By: troopersmachine

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 25 May 2013 19:08:15 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bike-pannier-from-old-briefcase/
Bike pannier from old briefcase - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKA/2JRA/HGU2PHES/FKA2JRAHGU2PHES.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKA/2JRA/HGU2PHES/FKA2JRAHGU2PHES.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKA/2JRA/HGU2PHES/FKA2JRAHGU2PHES.SMALL.jpg mrmkurtz So I've just gotten an awesome new bike from Public, and love it to death. Cycling to work is so much less stressful than driving, and I love the classic city look of the bike. So when I wanted to add a pannier to carry stuff around, the panniers that I had for my other bikes worked, but didn't real...
By: mrmkurtz

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 21 May 2013 18:52:37 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Road-bike-shift-indicator-using-scrap-packaging/
Road bike shift indicator using scrap packaging - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOU/NLD0/HGH6S2ZL/FOUNLD0HGH6S2ZL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOU/NLD0/HGH6S2ZL/FOUNLD0HGH6S2ZL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOU/NLD0/HGH6S2ZL/FOUNLD0HGH6S2ZL.SMALL.jpg acevh3 I really don't like to cross-chain. It's never been a problem before, since I've always had a pretty good sense of what rear cog I'm in. But when I got a bike with a compact double after riding 12 years with a triple, it seems like I'm shifting the front so often that now it's hard to keep track of ...
By: acevh3

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 16 May 2013 21:24:44 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-pannier-handlebar-mount/
DIY pannier handlebar mount - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZR/0U5N/HFD1EI7C/FZR0U5NHFD1EI7C.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZR/0U5N/HFD1EI7C/FZR0U5NHFD1EI7C.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZR/0U5N/HFD1EI7C/FZR0U5NHFD1EI7C.SMALL.jpg boxofpoo Where I live it rains on average of 155 days annually so good rain gear is a must and I always carry them in my pannier. I commute everyday on my bike and I also enjoy recreational cycling on weekends and holidays switching between the full size commuter and 20" folder. Mounting panniers on the comm...
By: boxofpoo

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 18 Apr 2013 13:59:08 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Light-Cycle-Programmable-RGB-LED-Strips-on-Bike-F/
Light Cycle: Programmable RGB LED Strips on Bike Frame - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW5/BWL5/HGH71UAL/FW5BWL5HGH71UAL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW5/BWL5/HGH71UAL/FW5BWL5HGH71UAL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW5/BWL5/HGH71UAL/FW5BWL5HGH71UAL.SMALL.jpg cstewart000 I have already been working on similar projects, this one really is the next step of an earlier project. See: http://www.instructables.com/id/Inbedded-Bike-Rim-Lights/ And before we get started, we should have a demonstration of the finished effect (the video is when the bike wasn't yet covered). ...
By: cstewart000

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 May 2013 01:34:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bicycle-Pizza-Carrier-built-from-scrap-materials/
Bicycle Pizza Carrier built from scrap materials - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGW/4K6K/HGH70HMU/FGW4K6KHGH70HMU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGW/4K6K/HGH70HMU/FGW4K6KHGH70HMU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGW/4K6K/HGH70HMU/FGW4K6KHGH70HMU.SMALL.jpg ajax_electronics I love bicycles and I love pizza.  So, what could be better than using my bike to pick up a pizza!*  That is the inspiration behind this instructable - a Bicycle mounted pizza carrier.  Unfortunately it will be difficult to exactly duplicate my build (more on that later), but hopefully this instru...
By: ajax_electronics

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 May 2013 20:33:57 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Enhancing-the-Bike-to-Work-Day-experience/
Enhancing the Bike-to-Work-Day experience - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FVE/2JRW/F4C511ET/FVE2JRWF4C511ET.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FVE/2JRW/F4C511ET/FVE2JRWF4C511ET.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FVE/2JRW/F4C511ET/FVE2JRWF4C511ET.SMALL.jpg Woodenbikes It's easy to be a bike to work day hero and to improve the ride for many bike commuters. On Bike to Work Day, I grab my bike pump, chain lube and a few simple adjustment tools and ride down to my local bike trail or energizer station. There, I join the fun and set up shop to do quick tire top-offs, ...
By: Woodenbikes

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 May 2013 21:30:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/TubeFob-Handy-Bicycle-Inner-Tube-Luggage-Tie/
TubeFob: Handy Bicycle Inner Tube Luggage Tie - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRU/3G2X/HGH6Q7FT/FRU3G2XHGH6Q7FT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRU/3G2X/HGH6Q7FT/FRU3G2XHGH6Q7FT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRU/3G2X/HGH6Q7FT/FRU3G2XHGH6Q7FT.SMALL.jpg JohanJShaw TubeFob: Handy Bicycle Inner Tube Luggage Tie This is how I carry a strip of inner tube that can be used to tie down groceries etc. to the luggage rack of my bike. As fellow makers will appreciate, this stuff has many other uses. Why not add inner tube to your Every Day Carry alongside paracord and...
By: JohanJShaw

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 12 May 2013 06:39:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Removable-Turn-Signal-Light/
Removable Turn Signal Light - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZN/L10S/HGIEVJOW/FZNL10SHGIEVJOW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZN/L10S/HGIEVJOW/FZNL10SHGIEVJOW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZN/L10S/HGIEVJOW/FZNL10SHGIEVJOW.SMALL.jpg Gezus My goal was to add some type of blinker style, turn signal lights to my bike. The lights had to be removable and composed of bits & pieces from spare parts laying around the house. I'm hoping this servers more as inspiration than a step-by-step how to, your scrap pile of recycled glory may be differ...
By: Gezus

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 12 May 2013 18:38:46 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bicycle-Trailer-Hitch-to-Luggage-Rack/
Bicycle Trailer Hitch (to Luggage Rack) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOM/INBN/HGH6Q28V/FOMINBNHGH6Q28V.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOM/INBN/HGH6Q28V/FOMINBNHGH6Q28V.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOM/INBN/HGH6Q28V/FOMINBNHGH6Q28V.SMALL.jpg JohanJShaw Here is how I made a strong and permanent hitch for my bike trailer. The trailer is a Bellelli Eco Trailer Maxi which I modified (with a little woodworking) to a luggage rack level hitch. Why? The original seat post hitch did not adjust high enough to ride level - and I hate seat post hitches, as t...
By: JohanJShaw

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 11 May 2013 11:09:40 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bike-Spike-theft-deterrent/
Bike Spike- theft deterrent. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUQ/5S4H/HGH6JH9I/FUQ5S4HHGH6JH9I.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUQ/5S4H/HGH6JH9I/FUQ5S4HHGH6JH9I.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUQ/5S4H/HGH6JH9I/FUQ5S4HHGH6JH9I.SMALL.gif FriendOfHumanity Hello, Bike thieves are a pain in the bottom; I thought that I would get my own back. Ladies and Gentlemen, I give you  . . . the bike spike. When locking your bicycle in a dodgy area simply remove your saddle and replace it with the bike spike. Please read on  . . . Materials and tools A pie...
By: FriendOfHumanity

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 11 May 2013 11:07:41 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Art-Gallery-with-Moving-Walls-on-Bicycle/
Art Gallery with Moving Walls on Bicycle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXE/Z86K/HGH71LBU/FXEZ86KHGH71LBU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXE/Z86K/HGH71LBU/FXEZ86KHGH71LBU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXE/Z86K/HGH71LBU/FXEZ86KHGH71LBU.SMALL.jpg dontstop1990 I'm not sure what to call this yet but for now lets go with The Art Pedaler (get the pun?). The Art Pedaler is designed to be a pop-up art gallery that can situate itself anywhere. Artwork is to be hung on a motorized conveyor belt wall that spins slowly around the bicycle attracting the attention ...
By: dontstop1990

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 12 May 2013 21:29:24 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Apartment-PVC-Bike-Rack/
Apartment PVC Bike Rack - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMJ/NGRC/HGMOPVG7/FMJNGRCHGMOPVG7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMJ/NGRC/HGMOPVG7/FMJNGRCHGMOPVG7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMJ/NGRC/HGMOPVG7/FMJNGRCHGMOPVG7.SMALL.jpg fuego316 For my apartment I needed a rack to keep my bike upright and off the walls. Nothing can be permanent in my apartment so I built a portable rack from PVC Materials List I wanted to keep this simple construction 3/4" PVC and connectors was used throughout. Materials: 2x 10' PVC piping 6x: L Connec...
By: fuego316

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 12 May 2013 22:53:07 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Tune-Up-Your-Brakes/
How to Tune-Up Your Brakes - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOZ/KED3/HGH6PSCH/FOZKED3HGH6PSCH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOZ/KED3/HGH6PSCH/FOZKED3HGH6PSCH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOZ/KED3/HGH6PSCH/FOZKED3HGH6PSCH.SMALL.jpg p.garratt Tuning up and re-aligning your brakes is pretty easy. This will reduce wear on your brake pads, reduce squealing, and make the lever easier to pull. There are two main steps, realigning the brake pads and adjusting the tension in the brake cable. To make this a little bit easier, there's a picture ...
By: p.garratt

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 May 2013 11:09:49 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Interior-bike-rack-for-Rav4/
Interior bike rack for Rav4 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6N/VKAW/HGH71U4F/F6NVKAWHGH71U4F.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6N/VKAW/HGH71U4F/F6NVKAWHGH71U4F.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6N/VKAW/HGH71U4F/F6NVKAWHGH71U4F.SMALL.jpg acevh3 I made this for my 2010 Rav4, but I assume it will work for all 2006-2012 Rav4s since they have the same body style. I wanted to be able to stand up the bike inside (with the front wheel removed) so that I didn't have to worry about the possible damage or security problems of an exterior rack, but ...
By: acevh3

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 May 2013 12:10:20 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/No-weld-rear-wheel-drive-recunbent-la-Vronimatik/
No weld rear wheel drive recumbent la Vronimatik - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3A/DJEM/HG85CGND/F3ADJEMHG85CGND.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3A/DJEM/HG85CGND/F3ADJEMHG85CGND.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3A/DJEM/HG85CGND/F3ADJEMHG85CGND.SMALL.jpg m a r i a n o This bicycle is really easy to do, cheap, and does not requires any welding skills. Front wheel drive recumbents not requiring welding are popular in instructables: http://www.instructables.com/id/Front-Wheel-Drive-Center-Steer-Semi-Recumbent-Bicy/ http://www.instructables.com/id/Chucks-No-Weld-Re...
By: m a r i a n o

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 8 May 2013 22:02:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bike-Repainting-Explained/
Bike Repainting - Explained... - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAQ/JLDC/HFSHFPE6/FAQJLDCHFSHFPE6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAQ/JLDC/HFSHFPE6/FAQJLDCHFSHFPE6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAQ/JLDC/HFSHFPE6/FAQJLDCHFSHFPE6.SMALL.jpg cadllmn ... I hope. My girlfriend has had the same bike for almost her entire 2-wheeled life. Though I am not sure exactly which mid-90's year her Raleigh 'Tarantula' came from. It's an old one and treated like most family bikes... Sadly, I don't have a full picture of the bike before I started - Only thi...
By: cadllmn

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 9 May 2013 08:36:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/From-beat-down-pram-to-shiny-kids-trailer/
From beat down pram to shiny kids-trailer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE4/0BV8/HGH6PYTD/FE40BV8HGH6PYTD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE4/0BV8/HGH6PYTD/FE40BV8HGH6PYTD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE4/0BV8/HGH6PYTD/FE40BV8HGH6PYTD.SMALL.jpg uersel Some months ago we where cleaning out one of our prop storage rooms (they really tend to fill up and get messy very quickly). While throwing out old useless stuff, I found the leftovers from a 50ies or 60ies pram. There was no more cover, the wheels belonged to another pram, only the body and the ha...
By: uersel

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 10 May 2013 14:53:33 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/MONSTER-Chain-Single-Speed-MTB/
MONSTER Chain Single Speed MTB! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYC/HLZK/HGIEUZ69/FYCHLZKHGIEUZ69.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYC/HLZK/HGIEUZ69/FYCHLZKHGIEUZ69.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYC/HLZK/HGIEUZ69/FYCHLZKHGIEUZ69.SMALL.jpg sw.machinist This idea came to me when I broke a chain on my hard-tail GT MTB.  I have always wanted to ride a SS and now was my chance.  This Monster chain conversion (motorcycle chain) is stronger and heavier than conventional bike chain so it can put up with more abuse and last longer. Parts & Supplies!! S...
By: sw.machinist

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 9 May 2013 23:06:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bike-Crank-Removal-Tool/
Bike Crank Removal Tool - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7X/7W3T/HGIEV060/F7X7W3THGIEV060.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7X/7W3T/HGIEV060/F7X7W3THGIEV060.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7X/7W3T/HGIEV060/F7X7W3THGIEV060.SMALL.jpg sw.machinist This Instructable will show you how to build/ machine your own bike crank removal tool from SCRATCH and for under 3.00 $!! I know that Park Tool has their own crank removal tool but, WHAT IF you want to make your own?? Materials & Tools Materials •1.375 inch x 1" Dia   6061 aluminum solid r...
By: sw.machinist

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 10 May 2013 00:42:04 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bike-Fork-Graphics-Removal/
Bike Fork Graphics Removal - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGY/QHFV/HGG47AZT/FGYQHFVHGG47AZT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGY/QHFV/HGG47AZT/FGYQHFVHGG47AZT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGY/QHFV/HGG47AZT/FGYQHFVHGG47AZT.SMALL.jpg josh So I Hated The Printed Decals On My Forks Got a good deal on some new forks for my mountain bike but I hated the graphics. Mostly because I don't want anyone to know I'm riding RST shocks... So I wanted to remove them. Trouble is they're not just decals. Some chump decided to print them on the f...
By: josh

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 8 May 2013 09:24:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bike-Pedal-Fix/
Bike Pedal Fix - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW9/AT3U/HFSHUOIZ/FW9AT3UHFSHUOIZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW9/AT3U/HFSHUOIZ/FW9AT3UHFSHUOIZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FW9/AT3U/HFSHUOIZ/FW9AT3UHFSHUOIZ.SMALL.jpg joker31698 During a recent bike ride my son went to pedal after walking across a section of grass, and as he did his pedal just dropped out from under his foot. It must have been loose, working its way out, and when he pushed down it ended up stripping out the threads, making it difficult to screw and tighten ...
By: joker31698

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 5 May 2013 18:14:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bicycle-Cupholder-for-Big-Drinks/
Bicycle Cupholder for Big Drinks - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFH/QILT/HFSHSJAP/FFHQILTHFSHSJAP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFH/QILT/HFSHSJAP/FFHQILTHFSHSJAP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFH/QILT/HFSHSJAP/FFHQILTHFSHSJAP.SMALL.jpg troopersmachine A few years back I started riding a bike to commute to and from work.  I like to drink large cokes and iced teas so I felt the need for a cupholder that would fit my 64oz cup.  None of the sport bottle holders I saw were even close, so I made a heavy duty cupholder for my bike out of a chunk of alum...
By: troopersmachine

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 May 2013 00:01:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Carbon-disc-wheel-for-a-track-bike-without-custom-/
Carbon disc wheel for a track bike without custom tooling - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOO/57AU/HFSHVYP3/FOO57AUHFSHVYP3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOO/57AU/HFSHVYP3/FOO57AUHFSHVYP3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOO/57AU/HFSHVYP3/FOO57AUHFSHVYP3.SMALL.jpg ideas2cycles This instructable describes how to make a one-off carbon track disc wheel without having to fabricate jigs, tools or moulds. A lathe and a drill press/milling machine is needed as well as some common composite lay-up supplies. Basic knowledge of machining and laminating is required. The wheel is ma...
By: ideas2cycles

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 May 2013 09:34:24 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-A-Massive-Snowmobile-Tank-Bike/
Build A Massive Snowmobile Tank Bike - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAZ/BL4Y/HFPTJL45/FAZBL4YHFPTJL45.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAZ/BL4Y/HFPTJL45/FAZBL4YHFPTJL45.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAZ/BL4Y/HFPTJL45/FAZBL4YHFPTJL45.SMALL.jpg jsmith259 After getting inspired by the final episode of American Choppers and then seeing my neighbors driving around on their snowmobiles, I set out to make a crazy combination of the two as a pedal-powered monstrosity.  I designed and constructed this bike in just under three weeks using three broken bikes...
By: jsmith259

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 5 May 2013 02:39:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Almost-too-Bright-Bike-Light/
Almost too Bright Bike Light (blue or what ever color you want) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6J/4B3R/HGIEV6GN/F6J4B3RHGIEV6GN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6J/4B3R/HGIEV6GN/F6J4B3RHGIEV6GN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6J/4B3R/HGIEV6GN/F6J4B3RHGIEV6GN.SMALL.jpg jguthrie3 A friend of a friend of mine asked me to build a rear bike light that would be better than anything he could buy (for a budget of $45). So I set out to build this light and I thought I might as well try to help anyone else out there that want to do a similar project. He rides road but there is no re...
By: jguthrie3

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 29 Apr 2013 23:38:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bike-Lock-from-Laptop-Security-Cable/
Bike Lock from Laptop Security Cable - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F90/L9AB/HFSH57S1/F90L9ABHFSH57S1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F90/L9AB/HFSH57S1/F90L9ABHFSH57S1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F90/L9AB/HFSH57S1/F90L9ABHFSH57S1.SMALL.jpg chunkyhampton This is a simple and short instructable to make a cable bike lock/bike lock extender from a disused laptop secutiry lock cable, like this. A number of these laptop security cables were donated to my local hackspace in Nottingham UK (www.nottinghack.org.uk). I needed a cable extender for my bike lock...
By: chunkyhampton

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 2 May 2013 07:53:35 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Intro-60/
Bicycle LED Lights - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDP/213U/HFWSTW6H/FDP213UHFWSTW6H.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDP/213U/HFWSTW6H/FDP213UHFWSTW6H.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDP/213U/HFWSTW6H/FDP213UHFWSTW6H.SMALL.jpg Tater Zoid This Instructable will guide you through the process of lighting your bike with LED lights. I get these lights pretty cheap on eBay and the biggest cost is batteries. I use a 12 volt rechargeable battery, but you can use other configurations. The video posted above is a quick guide to lighting yo...
By: Tater Zoid

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 1 May 2013 16:21:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Diy-tandem/
Diy tandem - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPW/JNCG/HFSHFEPS/FPWJNCGHFSHFEPS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPW/JNCG/HFSHFEPS/FPWJNCGHFSHFEPS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPW/JNCG/HFSHFEPS/FPWJNCGHFSHFEPS.SMALL.jpg Gael - Tim Ok, to begin with I'm sorry about the limited amount of pictures taken during the actual build. I was a little bit too excited while building this to think of regularly taking pictures, some of you might know a little bit about this... So if the pictures don't make it clear enough, feel free to ask ...
By: Gael - Tim

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 28 Apr 2013 13:56:10 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-build-a-great-big-tall-bike/
How to build a great big tall bike. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6E/K80T/HFSH4SQZ/F6EK80THFSH4SQZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6E/K80T/HFSH4SQZ/F6EK80THFSH4SQZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6E/K80T/HFSH4SQZ/F6EK80THFSH4SQZ.SMALL.gif FriendOfHumanity Hey, here is my great big tall bike.  I was given lots of parts of bicycles and as as none of them were any good or complete I decided to uses up all the parts that I could to make something beautiful. I used two mountain bike frames and an extra sets of forks ( three in total) and a bmx back whee...
By: FriendOfHumanity

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 28 Apr 2013 07:48:28 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Toolbox-Compatible-Bike-Valet-With-Fork-Mounts-For/
Toolbox Compatible Bike Valet With Fork Mounts For Pickup Trucks - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFD/3EX9/HFSH77YB/FFD3EX9HFSH77YB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFD/3EX9/HFSH77YB/FFD3EX9HFSH77YB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFD/3EX9/HFSH77YB/FFD3EX9HFSH77YB.SMALL.jpg Nick_momo396 Do you ever wonder how you could fit your bike into your truck without a hassle? Do you have a toolbox and/or a shortbed pickup truck and have no way to transport your bike other than those pesky bungee cords? Look no further, because with my new design, I will revolutionize the way you transport yo...
By: Nick_momo396

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 27 Apr 2013 09:49:50 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-Your-Own-Drillium-Drilled-bike-components/
Make Your Own Drillium! (Drilled bike components) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU5/7CZP/HFSHT0AS/FU57CZPHFSHT0AS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU5/7CZP/HFSHT0AS/FU57CZPHFSHT0AS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU5/7CZP/HFSHT0AS/FU57CZPHFSHT0AS.SMALL.jpg distanceman89 Today we are going to learn how to make Drillium! For those that are curious, drillium (and millium) are words developed to describe bike components that have been modified by means of drilling holes in them or machining them to decrease weight and add personality. I'm not going to give a history o...
By: distanceman89

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 24 Apr 2013 21:56:57 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/PVC-Bike-Stand/
PVC Bike Stand - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F75/I7WI/HFD1986Y/F75I7WIHFD1986Y.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F75/I7WI/HFD1986Y/F75I7WIHFD1986Y.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F75/I7WI/HFD1986Y/F75I7WIHFD1986Y.SMALL.jpg dmuldoonlla We needed a bike rack.  Bad.  Like, the shop is a disaster bad.  Lucky for us, we had lots of PVC lying around, so it was time to make our own!   After searching around the internet for design ideas, we settled on this one.  We adapted this design to hold 7 bikes, rather than the original 5, by sim...
By: dmuldoonlla

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 22 Apr 2013 14:01:28 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-wooden-balance-bike-diary/
How to wooden balance bike (diary) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Y/ZNA9/HFD1EN86/F8YZNA9HFD1EN86.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Y/ZNA9/HFD1EN86/F8YZNA9HFD1EN86.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Y/ZNA9/HFD1EN86/F8YZNA9HFD1EN86.SMALL.jpg tazier123 This is an instructables on how to make a wooden balance bike that is also my diary of making for my GCSE product design project. What You Will Need To be able to make this balance bike you Will Need the following:2cm thick plywood 2cm thick pine (floorboard without tounge and groove)2.5cm thick...
By: tazier123

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 12 Apr 2013 14:31:30 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Retro-Bike-Taillight-Upgrade-Incandescent-to-LED/
Retro Bike Taillight Upgrade - Incandescent to LED conversion (With Magnetic Switch) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFC/LZX3/HFD194P8/FFCLZX3HFD194P8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFC/LZX3/HFD194P8/FFCLZX3HFD194P8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFC/LZX3/HFD194P8/FFCLZX3HFD194P8.SMALL.jpg Doodyideas I love my retro bikes. I've had about 6 of them over the years and despite their quirks (and sometimes dangers) you learn to love these beautiful steeds. But you know what REALLY annoys me? My Incandescent dynamo taillights and the amount of tiny little bulbs I've been through over the years! If th...
By: Doodyideas

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 14 Apr 2013 23:57:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Clean-and-classy-Bike-speedometer-installation/
Clean and classy Bike speedometer installation - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7L/GUOU/HFD17EHM/F7LGUOUHFD17EHM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7L/GUOU/HFD17EHM/F7LGUOUHFD17EHM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7L/GUOU/HFD17EHM/F7LGUOUHFD17EHM.SMALL.jpg brianbarkey Anyone who has ever installed a bike computer/speedometer knows the problem.  How do you route the speedo wire in a way that is both good looking and keeps it out of the spokes and wheel?  Why do they give me 10 feet of wire?  Why are there only 3 cable ties in the kit?   And of course it ends up l...
By: brianbarkey

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 15 Apr 2013 11:34:42 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-Platonic-Solid-bike-light-fixture/
Platonic Solid bike light fixture - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFE/4KXC/HF23XNKU/FFE4KXCHF23XNKU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFE/4KXC/HF23XNKU/FFE4KXCHF23XNKU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFE/4KXC/HF23XNKU/FFE4KXCHF23XNKU.SMALL.jpg BradNiedt This instructable will show you how to make a platonic solid bike light fixture for a Bontrager "Glo" bike light.  This project began as a way to meld my passion for biking, geometry, and art. I remixed a platonic solid design created by WilliamAAdams from thingiverse to create the fixtures. The li...
By: BradNiedt

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 8 Apr 2013 14:31:10 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bike-Wheel-Laundry-Airer/
Bike Wheel Laundry Airer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ5/2TLX/HF243NU3/FJ52TLXHF243NU3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ5/2TLX/HF243NU3/FJ52TLXHF243NU3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ5/2TLX/HF243NU3/FJ52TLXHF243NU3.SMALL.jpg JohanJShaw Here in the UK, we love drying our laundry outside . . . It is free, 100% environmentally friendly and it is always raining in England. Oh well, did I mention that it is free? So check out this bicycle-related Instructable that I actually use. Features Approx 20 feet of drying space. Des...
By: JohanJShaw

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 8 Apr 2013 13:17:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Motorbike-noises-for-grown-upsremote-controlled/
Motorbike noises for grown ups (remote controlled). - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDX/DQDZ/HF23WW0I/FDXDQDZHF23WW0I.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDX/DQDZ/HF23WW0I/FDXDQDZHF23WW0I.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDX/DQDZ/HF23WW0I/FDXDQDZHF23WW0I.SMALL.jpg FriendOfHumanity This is remote controlled motorbike sound maker for a bicycle. It gives the option of no sound or variable degrees of volume and timbre, controlled from the handlebar. At the push of a thumb you can instantly create the motorbike effect and at the pull of a finger you can stop it instantly. It is...
By: FriendOfHumanity

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 6 Apr 2013 04:49:46 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bicycle-Bell-Fix/
Bicycle Bell Fix - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUX/E5DN/HET1EOH0/FUXE5DNHET1EOH0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUX/E5DN/HET1EOH0/FUXE5DNHET1EOH0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUX/E5DN/HET1EOH0/FUXE5DNHET1EOH0.SMALL.jpg Kurt E. Clothier My wife loves her pink bicycle, but when her bell stopped working after one to many over emphatic "bring-brings," she was anything but happy. To be more clear, the internal mechanism that caused the actuator to return after it was pressed broke. So to use the bell, she had to manually move it forwar...
By: Kurt E. Clothier

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 6 Apr 2013 01:40:21 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/You-dont-need-a-car-just-the-right-bike/
You don't need a car, just the right bike. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJV/EWA2/HEXSG8HZ/FJVEWA2HEXSG8HZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJV/EWA2/HEXSG8HZ/FJVEWA2HEXSG8HZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJV/EWA2/HEXSG8HZ/FJVEWA2HEXSG8HZ.SMALL.jpg Random23      Several years ago I saw a bike that a friend had built and realized that I wanted one just like it.  Like me he has small children and when I saw him ride up on his bike, carrying his daughters in the cargo box, I knew I needed one.  I had recently moved from the country back into the city and ...
By: Random23

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 5 Apr 2013 14:26:30 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-easily-convert-your-bike-into-a-snow-bike/
How to easily convert your bike into a snow bike - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE4/E475/HF23WKY3/FE4E475HF23WKY3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE4/E475/HF23WKY3/FE4E475HF23WKY3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FE4/E475/HF23WKY3/FE4E475HF23WKY3.SMALL.jpg mykiscool Before I bring you to the materials list, I'd better cover my butt with a disclaimer. Disclaimer: I'm not responsible if anyone gets hurt during the construction or use of this product. I design and construct this product in a manner that I believe is safe, but as in everything accidents do happen,...
By: mykiscool

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 4 Apr 2013 13:54:51 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Remove-decals-from-a-bicycle/
Remove decals from a bicycle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9J/FINQ/HEXSFX1R/F9JFINQHEXSFX1R.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9J/FINQ/HEXSFX1R/F9JFINQHEXSFX1R.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9J/FINQ/HEXSFX1R/F9JFINQHEXSFX1R.SMALL.jpg TechShopJosh So, you've just purchased a wonderful new bicycle and love everything about it - except for the gaudy decals that serve no purpose other than to make your ride a prime target for theft. Not to worry, removing them is a simple process that will take less than an hour of your time. Apply heat to loo...
By: TechShopJosh

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 31 Mar 2013 10:32:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bicycle-Wheel-Truing-on-the-bike-with-a-marker-/
Bicycle Wheel Truing - on the bike, with a marker pen. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJI/HS74/HEXSSE59/FJIHS74HEXSSE59.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJI/HS74/HEXSSE59/FJIHS74HEXSSE59.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJI/HS74/HEXSSE59/FJIHS74HEXSSE59.SMALL.jpg Wroger-Wroger This is a really easy technique of truing bicycle wheels, in the frame, using only a white board marker pen, a Chinagraph (black wax glass cutters / art pencil) or a black wax crayon, or a permanent marker etc. The best marker needs to be DARK and reasonably opaque - and easy to remove. Black white...
By: Wroger-Wroger

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 2 Apr 2013 07:02:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Custom-Bicycle-Tire-Valve-Caps/
Custom Bicycle Tire Valve Caps - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTJ/XBM0/HEXSS9CO/FTJXBM0HEXSS9CO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTJ/XBM0/HEXSS9CO/FTJXBM0HEXSS9CO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTJ/XBM0/HEXSS9CO/FTJXBM0HEXSS9CO.SMALL.jpg Tater Zoid This Instructable will show you how to create custom valve caps. The video I posted has a bunch of ideas for items that can be used to make caps. I will also put a list of ideas at the end. Items Needed: 1. a drill or a drill press 2. 3/8" drillbit 3. safety glasses 4. glue (I use E6000)...
By: Tater Zoid

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 1 Apr 2013 06:36:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Atomic-Zombie-s-AfterBurner-Chopper-Bicycle/
Atomic Zombie's AfterBurner Chopper Bicycle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FRA/DHPV/7S4ET9K5WZ4/FRADHPV7S4ET9K5WZ4.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FRA/DHPV/7S4ET9K5WZ4/FRADHPV7S4ET9K5WZ4.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FRA/DHPV/7S4ET9K5WZ4/FRADHPV7S4ET9K5WZ4.SMALL.jpg KoolKat Another easy and affordable project! Transform a standard bike into something cool and unique in just a day or two - seriously! This is a great garage or backyard project that doesn't require special tools or skills, although basic welding is required. This classic 1970's style chop was named and b...
By: KoolKat

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 20 Oct 2006 15:14:28 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Build-A-Big-Wheels-Replacement-Seat-With-/
How To Build A "Big Wheel" Replacement Seat With PVC Pipe - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4Q/N6QH/HERLNDC7/F4QN6QHHERLNDC7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4Q/N6QH/HERLNDC7/F4QN6QHHERLNDC7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4Q/N6QH/HERLNDC7/F4QN6QHHERLNDC7.SMALL.jpg davbol Even modest riding by a 4-year-old can be enough to crack and tear away the pegs from the seat of a Big Wheels tricycle.  The manufacturer's replacement is $13 -- and just as likely to fail again!  So instead, for around $4-$5 (excluding cost of glue) I built a replacement out of PVC pipe. Parts a...
By: davbol

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 27 Mar 2013 08:40:48 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/BikeUnicycle-custom-Built-Saddle-BFB-Big-Fat/
Bike/Unicycle - custom Built Saddle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT4/Q9XK/HELWZBWV/FT4Q9XKHELWZBWV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT4/Q9XK/HELWZBWV/FT4Q9XKHELWZBWV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT4/Q9XK/HELWZBWV/FT4Q9XKHELWZBWV.SMALL.jpg darrenhall Hi folks - well just like it says on the tin, here is how I put together my wife's custom made saddle - also I am going to use the same method to build and cover a custom unicycle saddle when I am able, that is why at the start of this instructable some steps show a different seat but I thought I ma...
By: darrenhall

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 23 Mar 2013 14:04:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Unicycle-Hanger-Made-From-An-Old-Saddle/
Unicycle Hanger - Made From An Old Saddle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXZ/1F9O/HEI48GKZ/FXZ1F9OHEI48GKZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXZ/1F9O/HEI48GKZ/FXZ1F9OHEI48GKZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXZ/1F9O/HEI48GKZ/FXZ1F9OHEI48GKZ.SMALL.jpg darrenhall We live in a flat/apartment so space is tight (especially when your a seven bike family - don't ask) While making a custom saddle for the wife's newly pimped trike I noticed an interesting feature of the saddles sprung bracket - as you see from the picture. So I dug out a spare - and now we can st...
By: darrenhall

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